2004 BMW 520 vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2004 BMW 520 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 BMW 520.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 520 | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
